Walk to Health

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Paula Miller ◽  
James O. Connelly
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Stages Of Change ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Walking Program ◽  
Group A ◽  
Strenuous Physical Activity ◽  
Group B ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

This study examined the differences between the levels of exercise among university graduate and undergraduate students. A convenience sample of 137 students were assigned to two groups. Group A received instructions about the program with a pedometer and log sheet and told to focus on an exercise goal. Group B received the same material but without a goal. The two groups were compared on the transtheoretical model's five stages of change. Exercises for strenuous, moderate, and mild activity were compared with the pretest and posttest from the Godden-Shephard Leisure-Time Physical Activity Questionnaire. Analyses indicated that a walking program inspired graduate and undergraduate students to self-monitor their progress. At pretest, there was no distribution of performance toward increasing exercise across the five stages of change for students. However, at posttest, students in Group A with a goal were more likely to engage in mild (p<0.05) and moderate (p<0.05) exercise. Differences in strenuous physical activity were unsupported.

Hygienic characteristics of the cosmetologists' lifestyle

2020 ◽  
Vol 60 (12) ◽  
pp. 958-963
Author(s):  
Natalia I. Latyshevskaya ◽  
Tatyana L. Yatsyshena ◽  
Elena L. Shestopalova ◽  
Irina Yu. Krainova
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Health Risks ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Personal Hygiene ◽  
Risk Category ◽  
Essential Components ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Modern trends in the deterioration of health and the growth of non-communicable diseases among the adult working-age population, including medical workers, actualize the importance of a healthy lifestyle for maintaining health and professional longevity. There were almost no studies related to cosmetologists' experienced group as representatives of aesthetic medicine. There is no scientific evidence on behavioral risks of this group. It justifies the relevance of this study. The study aims to analyze the essential components of the cosmetologists' lifestyle depending on age and the argumentation of priority behavioral health risk factors for preventive and recreational work justification. Sixty women (practicing cosmetologists in Volgograd at the age of 28-39 years (group A) and 40-53 (group B)) took part in the study. Lifestyle assessment included a modified questionnaire. The questionnaire consists of 5 blocks (block 1 - nutrition; 2 - physical activity, including hardening and active rest; 3 - daily regimen; 4 - personal hygiene; 5 - bad habits). It allows the analysis of the adherence to a healthy lifestyle based on the provision of quantitative data. Statistical data processing was carried out using the Excel package. The authors identified the essential and statistically significant differences in the cosmetologists' lifestyle depending on age. The respondents of group B demonstrated hygienically rational indicators in all blocks of the lifestyle more often. They had a more formed adherence to a healthy lifestyle: 504 answers in the category "insignificant risk" of respondents in group B versus 354 in group A. Distribution of answers in the "high risk" category: 119 responses in group B and 185 in group A. The lifestyle of 46.7% of the respondents in group B refers to a healthy lifestyle. 3.3% of the group B respondents have an anxious lifestyle, 50% have health risks. 10% of Group A respondents' lifestyle refers to a healthy lifestyle. 13.3% of Group A respondents' lifestyle refers to an anxious lifestyle; 76.7% of this group have health risks. There was almost no complex hygienic research profession of medical cosmetologists. Cosmetologists of the older age group (40-53 years old) are more conscious of maintaining a hygienically rational lifestyle. The most significant defects among cosmetologists aged 28-39 years are low physical activity, nutritional defects, insufficient duration of night rest, and excessive use of information and communication technologies for rest, accompanied by manifestations of neurotization and signs of pronounced fatigue. The obtained results argue the need to develop and implement informational and educational measures to prevent risk behavior patterns, taking into account the age of cosmetologists and the priority of the identified behavioral risk factors.

PENGARUH KOMBINASI EKSTRAK JERUK BRASTAGI DAN WORTEL PER ORAL SEBELUM AKTIVITAS FISIK TERHADAP PENURUNAN KADAR MDA PLASMA MENCIT SETELAH AKTIVITAS FISIK

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 41
Author(s):  
Nurvidya Rachma Dewi ◽  
Ambrosius Purba ◽  
Beltasar Tarigan
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Free Radicals ◽  
Cellular Level ◽  
Not Given ◽  
Time Intervals ◽  
Kolmogorov Smirnov ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B ◽  
Per Oral

Aerobic metabolism in the cellular level generates free radicals. Under normal condition,theres balance between free radicals and endogenous antioxidants. Excessive amount of freeradicals impair DNA, protein, fat, etc. The level of free radicals can be known by measuringplasma malondialdehyde level. Combination of Brastagis oranges and carrots juice asexogenous antioxidants supplementation expected to decrease free radicals level . The aim of thisstudy is to investigate the difference of plasma MDA level during several time intervals on micewhich is given and not given combination of Brastagis oranges and carrots juice before physicalactivity using mices treadmill for 20 minutes. The research method used in this study is anexperimental laboratory study. The objects of this study are 40 mice (mus musculus), whitecolored, male, weighting 25-30 grams, which is randomly chosen. The objects are divided into 2groups, Group A : 20 mice (given combination of Brastagis oranges and carrots juice beforephysical activity using mices treadmill) and group B : 20 mice (not given combination ofBrastagis oranges and carrots juice before physical activity using mices treadmill). Group Aare divided into 5 subgroups: A1 (measurement of plasma MDA level at 0 minute after treadmill),A2 (measurement of plasma MDA level at 15 minutes after treadmill), and A3 (measurement ofplasma MDA level at 30 minutes after treadmill), A4 (measurement of plasma MDA level at 60minutes after treadmill), and A5 (measurement of plasma MDA level at 240 minutes aftertreadmill). The same procedures are employed for the group B. Plasma MDA level measuredafter doing physical activity using mice treadmill. The homogenity of the result then was testedusing Levenes test and the normality of the result was tested using Kolmogorov-smirnov test (p>0.05). Further, the data was analyzed using independent t-test (p?0.05), one-way ANOVA(p?0.05) then Duncans test were used. The results reveal significant lowering plasma MDAconcentration in mice receiving combination of Brastagis oranges and carrots juice beforephysical activity, which is measured during several time intervals : 0,15,30,60, and 240 minutesafter physical activity than in mice not receiving combination of Brastagis oranges and carrotsjuice before physical activity. The MDA level differences between groups which is given and notgiven combination of Brastagis orange and carrots juice before physical activity measuredduring several intervals are 11,44% (0,8920 vs 1,0071) measured 0 minute after physical activity,15,47% (0,7902 vs 0,9348) measured 15 minutes after physical activity, 14,42% (0,7473 vs0,8732) measured 30 minutes after physical activity, 11,35% (0,6696 vs 0,7554) measured 60minutes after physical activity, and 13,60% (0,5786 vs 0,6696) measured 240 minutes afterphysical activity.The conclusion of the study suggested that combination of Brastagis orange andcarrots juice supplementation has lowering effect toward plasma MDA level measured duringseveral time intervals.

scholarly journals Comparative study of knowledge about oral cancer among undergraduate dental students

2016 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 338-345
Author(s):  
Samara Ribeiro da Silva ◽  
Yara Juliano ◽  
Neil Ferreira Novo ◽  
Ilan Weinfeld
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Clinical Aspects ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
First Semester ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Self Examination

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate and compare the knowledge of dental undergraduate students about oral cancer. Methods: The students were divided into two groups according to semester attended in the undergraduate course: Group A, the first semester; and Group B, seventh semester. They were asked to answer a questionnaire about epidemiology, risk factors, clinical aspects, therapeutic solutions and oral self-examination. For statistical analysis, the Fisher's exact test, the Cochran's G test and Kendall's concordance test were used, with significance level set at 0.05. Results: Regarding the prevalent sex, only 8.0% of Group A and 56.0% of Group B judged males as the frequent affected by the disease (p=0.0006). In terms of age, 84.0% of the Group B and 44.0% of the Group A estimated that most cases were diagnosed over 40 years (p=0.0072). Smoking was identified as the major risk factor for 64.0% and 91.6% of Groups A and B, respectively (p=0.0110). On issues related to sex, ethnicity, age, risk factors, self-examination, treatment, professional responsible for treatment and profile of an individual with the disease, the seventh-semester showed significantly higher correct answer percentages than first-semester undergraduates. Conclusion: There was significant correlation between the right and wrong answers given by first and seventh semester students, making necessary a specific approach directed to their lack of knowledge.

Validation of the Minnesota Leisure Time Physical Activity Questionnaire in Spanish Women

2000 ◽  
Vol 32 (8) ◽  
pp. 1431-1437 ◽  
Author(s):  
ROBERTO ELOSUA ◽  
MONTSERRAT GARCIA ◽  
AMPARO AGUILAR ◽  
LUIS MOLINA ◽  
MAR??A-ISABEL COVAS ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽  
Spanish Women ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Pursuing Leisure During Leisure-Time Physical Activity

2010 ◽  
Vol 7 (5) ◽  
pp. 685-694 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kindal A. Shores ◽  
Stephanie T. West
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
College Students ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Social Contexts ◽  
Weight Lifting ◽  
Public Parks ◽  
Dance Clubs ◽  
Time Diaries

Background:While considerable attention has been given to quantifying leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) among subpopulations, less attention has focused on the perception of the experience as leisure. The current study describes the prevalence of leisure-like experiences during LTPA among college students. We describe the social contexts and activity settings that contribute to participant enjoyment of LTPA since enjoyment has been linked to participation and adherence.Methods:Data were collected from 192 undergraduate students using a short questionnaire and 2 days of time diaries.Results:Respondents spent nearly equal time working, sleeping, and engaged in discretionary activities. Students reported 512 minutes of discretionary time each day, of which 77 minutes were spent in LTPA and 68% was classified by respondents as leisure. Active sports/ exercise (including aerobics and weight lifting), walking, and dancing at bars or parties were the most frequent LTPA choices. When LTPA involved the presence of human companions, activities were more likely to be perceived by respondents as leisure experiences. Physical activities undertaken at public parks, bars/dance clubs and private recreation centers were also more likely to be perceived as leisure experiences.Conclusions:Findings indicate that social instead of traditional exercise activities may motivate LTPA participation among college students. For example, results suggest the importance of dancing in this population.

The impacts of physical activity intervention on physical and cognitive outcomes in children with autism spectrum disorder

Autism ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 190-202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chien-Yu Pan ◽  
Chia-Hua Chu ◽  
Chia-Liang Tsai ◽  
Ming-Chih Sung ◽  
Chu-Yang Huang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Children With Autism ◽  
Wisconsin Card Sorting Test ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Card Sorting ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

This study examined the effects of a 12-week physical activity intervention on the motor skill proficiency and executive function of 22 boys (aged 9.08 ± 1.75 years) with autism spectrum disorder. In Phase I of the 12 weeks, 11 boys with autism spectrum disorder (Group A) received the intervention, whereas the other 11 boys with autism spectrum disorder (Group B) did not (true control, no intervention). The arrangement was reversed in Phase II, which lasted an additional 12 weeks. The Bruininks–Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency, Second Edition, and the Wisconsin Card Sorting Test were conducted three times for each participant (Group A, primary grouping: baseline (T1), post-assessment (T2), and follow-up assessment (T3); Group B, control grouping: T1−T2; intervention condition, T2−T3). The main findings were that both groups of children with autism spectrum disorder significantly exhibited improvements in motor skill proficiency (the total motor composite and two motor-area composites) and executive function (three indices of the Wisconsin Card Sorting Test) after 12 weeks of physical activity intervention. In addition, the effectiveness appeared to have been sustained for at least 12 weeks in Group A. The findings provide supporting evidence that physical activity interventions involving table tennis training may be a viable therapeutic option for treating children with autism spectrum disorder.

scholarly journals Home-based physical activity in breast cancer patients and cardiorespiratory fitness: during and/or after chemotherapy? A three-arm randomized controlled trial (APAC)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Francois Vincent ◽  
Elise Deluche ◽  
Joelle Bonis ◽  
Sophie Leobon ◽  
Marie-Thérèse Antonini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Cardiorespiratory Fitness ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Categorical Variables ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Home Based ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Abstract ObjectivesAdapted physical activity (APA) program is recommended for breast cancer care. However, their modalities have not been defined. The aim of this study was to determine the best time to begin APA. This randomized controlled trial evaluated at 12 months the effect of home-based APA performed during and/or after treatment on cardiorespiratory fitness. The primary endpoint was peak oxygen consumption (VO2peak) compared at 12 months (group A vs C and B vs C). Secondary endpoints included the 6-min walking test (6MWT), assessment of muscular strength, fatigue, quality of life, anxiety, and depression, and a questionnaire of PA levels. All tests were evaluated at baseline, 6 months, and 12 months.MethodA total of 94 patients with breast cancer were randomized to three different groups: group A, performing 6 months of APA during adjuvant care; group B, 6 months of APA after adjuvant care; and group C, 12 months of APA during and after specific care. The program combined one resistance session and two aerobic sessions per week. Analysis of variance was used for repeated measures, Student’s t-test or the Mann–Whitney U-test for continuous variables, and χ2 test for binary or categorical variables.Results A total of 81 participants were assessed at 6 months and 73 participants at 12 months. The majority of patients completed more than 85% of the exercise sessions. The baseline for VO2peak and secondary outcomes did not differ among the groups. VO2peak increased during the exercise period and decreased during the chemotherapy period without APA, but at 12 months no significant difference was observed. The same variations were observed in the 6MWT, with a significance at 6 months between A+C vs. B (p=0.04), but no difference among the groups at 12 months. In the three groups, no decrease in other studied parameters were noted, except at 6 months in group B without APA. ConclusionsHome-based APA in breast cancer survivors can decrease some of the negative side effects of cancer treatment and has a positive effect on physical function with no differences based on the timing of this program.TRIAL REGISTRATIONClinicalTrials.gouv.fr (NCT01795612). Registered 20 February 2013,https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT01795612?term=APAC&draw=2&rank=3

scholarly journals How to Improve Physical Activities among Student in the Pandemic COVID-19 era?

2021 ◽  
Vol 41 ◽  
pp. 03002
Author(s):  
Savitri Galuh Ayu Ratna ◽  
Supriyati ◽  
Agustiningsih Denny
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Social Environment ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Sense Of Coherence ◽  
Regular Physical Activity ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Improve Health ◽  
Activity Questionnaire

Physical activity is one form of healthy behavior, an individual’s efforts to maintain or improve health conditions. There are broad spectrum of benefit such as physical, mental and social if we do regular physical activity. Although there are many benefits, based on RISKESDAS 2018, it is stated that 33.5% of Indonesians lack in physical activity with the most categories at the age of 10-14 and 15-19 years. Physical activity associated with salutogenic concept which described by the Sense of Coherence value. This study aims to find how to improve physical activity of undergraduate students Faculty of Medicine, Public Health and Nursing, University of Gadjah Mada during pandemic. Methods of this study used quantitative approach with cross-sectional design which held online by share google form link to respondents in April-May 2021 during COVID-19 pandemic and involved 360 respondents who were selected by proportion sampling. Instrument used in the study were SOC-13 questionnaire, International Physical Activity Questionnaire short self-administered and Social Environment questionnaire. Statistical test using logistic regression with STATA 14. Result of this study shows that Social Environment and components in Sense Of Coherence affect how a person’s motivation in carrying out activities that beneficial to health such as doing regular physical activity. The results are statistically significant (p-value 0.0000 <0.05). Conclusion of this study, to increase physical activity for undergraduate students during the COVID-19 pandemic, a good social environment and sense of coherence are needed.

scholarly journals Pengenalpastian Faktor Psikologi yang Menentukan Penglibatan Pelajar Universiti Awam Tempatan dalam Aktiviti Fizikal Masa Senggang

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
LIM KHONG CHIU ◽  
KHOR POY HUA ◽  
RADZLIYANA RADZUWAN
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
University Management ◽  
Motivation Level ◽  
Positive Correlations ◽  
The University

The purpose of this study is to identify the infuence of attitude, self-effcacy, and motivation on leisure time physical activity and sport participation among students in the Malaysia public universities. The study sample comprised of 551 male and 801 female undergraduates who were selected by means of random cluster sampling. Questionnaires were utilized to collect data. The results of the study showed that there were positive correlations among leisure attitude, motivation, self-effcacy and leisure time physical activity and sport participation among undergraduate students. The results also revealed that motivation and self-effcacy were the best predictors of leisure time physical activity and sport participation. This study suggests that in the effort to encourage the student’s leisure time physical activity and sport participation and involvement, the university management should plan and organize programmes to develop positive attitude among students, increase their self- effcacy and motivation level of physical activity and sport participation.  

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